The report released Thursday by the National Audubon Society shows that 106 of 187 breeding bird species in Maine will be threatened or lost in the next 80 years if global temperatures increase 3 degrees Celsius, as projected.
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Posted inOutdoors, Sports
Where art and science meet: North Yarmouth artist renders wildlife
Fresh off a residency at the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Michael Boardman wants to educate the public through his art about threats to breeding birds.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Our state’s actions are key to reversing trend of bird population decline
Well-managed forests can sustain livelihoods while ensuring that birds still have places to nest and raise their young.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Audubon holds family-friendly apple fest
FALMOUTH — Maine Audubon will hold its 32nd annual Apple Day Family Festival at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at Gilsland Farm. The event is free to Audubon members and $7 per person for nonmembers. The day will be packed full of fall fun with games, workshops, cider-making and other activities. Also, visit the historic […]
Posted inBill Nemitz, Local & State, News, Op-eds, Opinion
Bill Nemitz: Birds are dying, and that’s a wake-up call for us
If the loss of 2.9 billion birds over the last 50 years doesn’t shock you, maybe it’s time for a walk in the woods.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Portland schools benefit from Maine Audubon grants
The goal is to encourage students to take direct action, while enriching their learning experience.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Roadkill data help everyone get home safely
By identifying the worst places for vehicle-animal collisions, a Maine Audubon project gives state and local officials what they need to make good decisions.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Outdoors
Pairs of nesting piping plovers in Maine hit record numbers
The Coastal Bird Project attributes the recent success in large part to increased educational outreach to beachgoers.